Brewery Profile
Heathen Brewery
For visitors exploring Vancouver’s craft beer options, Heathen Brewery is a local stop with roots going back to 2012 and a setup built around onsite drinking rather than only packaged beer. The brewery operates with a 15-barrel brewing system, and its public-facing space is a large taproom with an adjacent outdoor patio. A first visit is likely to center on the draft list, the room itself, and the chance to pair beer with food from the onsite kitchen. The menu is described as full pub fare, so this is not just a quick sample counter; it is a place where guests can sit down for a meal while checking what is currently pouring.
Travelers in the Pacific Northwest often look for hoppy beers, fresh draft options, and seasonal releases that reflect the region’s brewing habits. Heathen fits that pattern through a focus on hop-forward West Coast IPAs, while also keeping rotating seasonal lagers in the mix. That combination gives visitors a sense of two familiar regional interests: assertive, cleanly bitter IPA profiles and lighter lager offerings that change over time. Because the brewery’s distribution is concentrated in the Pacific Northwest, primarily in cans and draft, a stop at the taproom can also be useful for trying beers close to their source rather than relying only on what appears at stores or bars elsewhere.
Practical planning is straightforward based on the known amenities. The taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, especially since seasonal lagers rotate and the available lineup may change. The large indoor space and outdoor patio give visitors options depending on weather and preference, though specific seating arrangements, event schedules, and service details should be checked directly with the brewery. Since there is an onsite kitchen with a full menu of pub fare, guests can plan the visit around both beer and food instead of treating it only as a tasting stop. For anyone moving through Vancouver or building a broader Pacific Northwest beer itinerary, Heathen Brewery offers a clear format: onsite-brewed beer, an emphasis on West Coast IPA, rotating lager choices, and a taproom environment designed for staying a while.
Heathen Brewery operates a large taproom and adjacent outdoor patio space in Vancouver, Washington, utilizing a 15-barrel brewing system. Established in 2012, the facility focuses primarily on hop-forward West Coast IPAs and rotating seasonal lagers. The location includes an onsite kitchen offering a full menu of pub fare. Distribution is concentrated within the Pacific Northwest region, primarily in cans and draft formats.
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1109 Washington St, Vancouver, Washington, 98686
Phone: (360)726-5239
Website: http://www.heathenbrewing.com
Popular Beers
A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Heathen Brewery.
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Transcend
American IPA w/ Citra & Simcoe
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Transgression
American IPA w/ Amarillo, Simcoe & Citra
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Alpha Break
West Coast IPA w/ Mosaic, Mosaic Cryo, Strata & Chinook CGX
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Promiscuous Blonde
Blonde
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Mandatory Session
Session West Coast IPA w/ Idaho 7, Nelson Suavin, HQG#3 & Equanot Oil
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Dissident Aggressor
Hazy IPA w/ Simcoe, Amarillo, Cashmere CGX, El Dorado CGX
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Fresh Hop of Couve-Air
Hazy Fresh Hop IPA w/ Fresh Citra
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Arson
Amber Ale
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Märzen Invaders
Marzen Collab w/ Brothers Cascadia
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Buena Mierda
Mexican Lager
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Intrusive Echoes
Dark Lager (Schwarzbier)
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Old Timber
Nut Brown Ale
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Badlands Pilsner
American Style Pilsner
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Absolution
Kölsch
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Heathen Light
American Light Lager
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Celestial Crash
Blonde Stout w/ Kafiex Roasters Mexican Coffee Beans & Vanilla
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My Milk Stout Brings All the Boys to the Bars
Milk Stout
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Hazelnut Maple Pastry Stout
Pastry Stout w/ Hazelnut, Maple & Vanilla
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2023 Reindeer Tears
Bourbon Barrel Aged Barleywine
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Purple Krait
Fruited Sour w/ Blueberry, Passion Fruit & Lactose
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Berry Limeade Blast
Fruited Sour w/ Blackberry & Key Lime
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Cherry Fixation
Mixed Ferm. Sour/Wild w/ Cherries (Foeder Aged)
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Whiskey Sour
Whiskey Barrel Aged Fruited Sour w/ Cherry and Lemon Zest
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Mojita
Sour Ale w/ Mint & Lime
Beer Styles at Heathen Brewery
Heathen Brewery brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes American IPA w/ Citra & Simcoe, American IPA w/ Amarillo, Simcoe & Citra, West Coast IPA w/ Mosaic, Mosaic Cryo, Strata & Chinook CGX, Blonde, Session West Coast IPA w/ Idaho 7, Nelson Suavin, HQG#3 & Equanot Oil, Hazy IPA w/ Simcoe, Amarillo, Cashmere CGX, El Dorado CGX, Hazy Fresh Hop IPA w/ Fresh Citra, Amber Ale, Marzen Collab w/ Brothers Cascadia, Mexican Lager, Dark Lager (Schwarzbier), and Nut Brown Ale. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Heathen Brewery located?
- Heathen Brewery is located at 1109 Washington St, Vancouver, Washington, 98686. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
- What are Heathen Brewery's hours?
- Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call (360)726-5239 to confirm before visiting.
- How can I learn more about Heathen Brewery?
- Visit http://www.heathenbrewing.com for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.